Production Manager

Opera North; Leeds; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Opera North is seeking a Production Manager to oversee large-scale productions in a challenging and exciting role. Candidates should have strong technical knowledge, experience in production management, and excellent communication skills. This is a full-time position on a fixed-term contract with a salary of £33,000, offering a unique opportunity to work in a leading European arts organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in large-scale production management required.
• Strong stakeholder and team management skills.
• Trained in health and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of production including budgets and staff.
• Coordinate technical requirements for performances.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are upheld.

Skills

Production management

Technical theatre knowledge

Budget handling

Communication

Teamwork

Proactive problem solving

Education

Relevant experience in production

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Vectorworks

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Department: Technical

Job Type: Full time

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

Opera North is England's national opera company in the north and a leading European arts organisation. Based in Leeds, the company is committed to producing work of the highest quality that excites, challenges and entertains. We tour throughout the north of England, and also nationally and internationally. Acclaimed for its imaginative programming and innovative productions on the main stage, Opera North also programmes its own venue, the Howard Assembly Room with an enormous diversity of activity.

Committed to producing high quality work that informs, excites and entertains, Opera North is looking for an experienced and well-motivated individual to fill the role of Production Manager.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in large-scale production management, strong technical theatre knowledge, and excellent stakeholder and team management skills. They should be proficient in IT (including AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Vectorworks), capable of handling production budgets, trained in health and safety, and able to travel frequently across the UK. Strong communication, teamwork, and proactive problem-solving abilities are essential.

Salary: £33,000 per annum pro rata, Fixed Term for 10 months (from August)

Deadline for applications: 30th June 2025

To apply for this role, please send a CV via the Hireful website.

We create music and opera for everyone, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and sections of the community. As we work to address underrepresentation in our workforce, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants of the global majority and/or those who are disabled. We are committed to meeting any access requirements for the successful applicant.

Registered Charity No. 511726

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Production

• Industries

  Performing Arts

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